Pre- and Postnatal Yoga Classes in the DC Area

Circle Yoga offers yoga classes where moms-to-be and new moms can build strength and flexibility, relax their bodies and minds, and find a supportive community of students and teachers. Our Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga classes are offered as Mini Series. Students can sign up for a full series, or we’ll gladly prorate registration fees for students who sign up after the session has begun. Drop-ins are also welcome. Website: http://circleyoga.com/kids/prenatal-and-postnatal/Phone: 202.686.1104 Email: info@circleyoga.com

Prenatal Yoga at Willow Street Yogawww.willowstreetyoga.comNatalie Miller, nataliekmiller@yahoo.comWillow Street Yoga Center's specially trained instructors offer Pregnancy Yoga for both beginning and experienced yoga practitioners. Through yoga, our students deepen their relationships with their babies, connect with other mothers-to-be, and develop strength, flexibility, confidence and calm to serve them through pregnancy, labor, and beyond. Classes include yoga practice, breath work, guided relaxations and labor preparation exercises, as well as plenty of space to share individual experiences. Beneficial in all stages of pregnancy; all levels and trimesters welcome. Pregnancy Yoga is an all-levels class that helps expecting moms to develop the flexibility, concentration and strength needed during the transformative time of pregnancy. Through yoga, breath awareness and relaxation, moms experience the special connection they have with their babies while developing trust and confidence in their body's resources for birth. Suitable for beginning yoga students. Pregnancy Yoga II is intended for students with previous yoga experience, and helps expecting moms to modify their practices, connect with their babies, and prepare minds & bodies for birth. Includes active asana practice, breathwork, meditation techniques, and vocal toning. Doctor’s or midwife's permission note required for both classes.

Sacred Space Yoga, Rockvillewww.SacredSpaceRockville.com/Prenatal Yoga at Sacred Space is about supporting all of the GOOD efforts you are putting forth and enhancing that prescription with the holistic beneﬁts of yoga. You're doing all the right things - taking your prenatal vitamins, eating healthy foods, and hopefully resting as you need to. Each class will include: Gentle, yet effective stretching & movement exercises for your dynamic, ever-changing body ~ Breathing practices to support the hormonal system ~ Meditation & Visualization to relax and ground you in positive mind and heart space. Nourish yourself and nourish your baby. Prenatal Yoga is for any mother who recognizes this time as a sacred journey to connect with baby and her own inherent, feminine power and all trimesters are welcome. Phone: 301.231.0022 Email: info@sacredspacerockville.com

YogaBirthwww.yogabirthbaltimore.orgHeather Brown, (443) 676-7807, heather@yogabirthbaltimore.orgYogaBirth classes combine the ancient mind-body wisdom of yoga with education on the modern birthing environment. The instructor’s goals are to educate families on the physical, emotional and spiritual importance of giving birth as nature intended and equipping them with the tools to help them achieve this. The class is for couples or pregnant women with any support person (or alone) usually appropriate for third trimester. Each class combines a yoga practice – postures, breathing, relaxation techniques – with education and discussion on a variety of topics. The classes are currently held at Charm City Yoga in Mt. Vernon in Baltimore City.

Devon Roe- Prenatal Yoga Classes & WorkshopsDevonroe.empower@gmail.com571-926-8123Devonroephotography.comOffering Ashtanga/Power Yoga and Prenatal Yoga classes and workshops. Also, Postpartum yoga or Mom & Baby Classes. Teaching movement with integrity, especially for the childbearing years. Visit us on the web for class and workshop offerings or inquire about bringing something to your location!

Tranquil Space, info@tranquilspace.com; 202 328 9642Experience how yoga can support and empower you during your journey through pregnancy and towards parenthood with certified prenatal yoga teacher and former midwife Anne Thiel and Tranquil Space teacher Christina Tindale. The practice of gentle vinyasa yoga coupled with breath work and meditation designed for expectant women will help you adjust to the changes of pregnancy; it will also help you prepare yourself physically, mentally, and emotionally for childbirth and labor and for your life as a parent. Our classes offer a space where you gain strength and flexibility, develop confidence and intuitive powers, and enhance your ability to relax. Please consult your physician or midwife prior to class participation. Please see our online class schedule for information about days and times for our prenatal classes. Partners are welcome.We also offer a regular workshop "Preparing for Birth with Yoga"Bring your yoga mat and journal for an exploration of how yoga can help you prepare for childbirth and parenthood. This workshop includes a yoga practice, a discussion of birthing options, possible comfort measures during labor and ends with a guided meditation. Partners are welcome to join. Find the next Prenatal Workshop offering and sign up online.

Elizabeth Siena HubleyHolistic Health Coach & Yoga InstructorGroup and private prenatal and postnatal yoga classes and support group for moms with newborns.www.sienawellness.com | 202.810.3010http://sienawellness.com​Integrative and Transformational BreathWork - Lauren Chelec CafritzBreathwork9@gmail.com, 301.221.8278Breathwork is a safe potent way to optimize breathing and lower stress. It will bring energy and peacefulness to the birthing process. Breathwork boosts the immune system and oxygenates every cell in your body. We will work to get the breath low in the belly which is also wonderful for birthing. This breath prepares mother and baby for a beautiful birth. Classes held at The Mindfulness Center Mondays 6-7:15pm. www.TheMindfulnessCenter.org. 4963 Elm Street, Suite 100 Bethesda, MD 20814 301-986-1090

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